Ghaon - Kalakote, Rajouri
Ghaon is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kala Kote and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Garan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Ghaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghaon is 001536. The village covers a total geographical area of 899.2 hectares and falls under the 185202 pincode. Nowshehra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ghaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghaon
According to the 2011 Census, Ghaon village had a total population of 581 people, including 306 males and 275 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.90%, with male literacy at 65.85% and female literacy at 47.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 581 | 306 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 60 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 92 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 162 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 144 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Ghaon
Ghaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ghaon
Ghaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nowshehra to Ghaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Ghaon is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghaon
Where is Ghaon located?
Ghaon village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Ghaon?
The Halqa Panchayat of Ghaon is Garan.
What is the pincode of Ghaon?
The pincode of Ghaon is 185202.
What is the population of Ghaon?
Ghaon had a total population of 581, including 306 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Ghaon?
Ghaon had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghaon was 56.90%. Male literacy was 65.85% and female literacy was 47.41%.